Converting a M60B40 to run a Toyota 5/6 speed manual?

[Andre3000 55]

Hmmm, so I was thinking tonight.

Is it possible to use Toyota W58 or R154 manual gearbox with a custom made bell-housing to fit to a M60 V8?

Or the Supra Getrag V160/161's

I suppose anything is possible, but I would imagine it would be the cheapest way to change a 540i lofty automatic to a manual.. since getting an OEM gearbox is next to impossible unless you spend a heap importing one.

Thoughts on this guys? Has anyone converted an M60 to manual in anyway?

For my e30 i used an m30 auto bell housing with a hydraulic clutch release bearing and an adapter plate to fit the w58, and a 3.64 ratio lsd. It was pretty cost effective compared to importing/sourcing a bmw 5 spd, also thought that it would be easier and cheaper to maintain the toyota box. Only thing that annoyed me was the asian style shift pattern but meh.....

Edited March 7, 2010 by André3000